Pug

I’m Chinese in origin, where I was the companion of monks. However, I saw the need to travel to broaden my horizons and ended up in Europe at around the 15th century. Since then I’ve become a much-loved pet in many countries, particularly Britain and the Netherlands.

Ok so I’m not the tallest, but don’t the best things come in small packages? I guess I look a bit like a miniature mastiff. And yes, I have lots of wrinkles. But you humans end up with plenty of them too! I’m pretty sturdy with fairly long, straight legs. My tail is curly, some might say it’s a big like a pigs, but look at it this way – I’ll never get it trapped in a door! You’ll best remember me for my face – a bit like a teddy bear, I would say.

I’m pretty easy-going and really easy to feed and groom. My coat is short, smooth and glossy. I like being in families to please involve me in lots of stuff – though don’t ask me to do the washing-up without a big stool to stand on!

I’m a bit of a character, even if I do say so myself. There’s mischief in my eyes but don’t worry, it’s just harmless play I’m after. In fact, playing is what I do best so expect some good times ahead. I’ll gladly join you on some country walks, town walks or trips to the seaside.

I’d be delighted to get to one foot tall – that would be cool. But I’ll probably settle at around 10in-11in (25cm-28cm). I’m easy to lift as I weigh around 14lb-18lb (6kg-8kg).

Famous owners include a star-studded cast of Gerard Butler, Jessica Alba and Hugh Laurie to name but three.

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What's my history?

I’m Chinese in origin, where I was the companion of monks. However, I saw the need to travel to broaden my horizons and ended up in Europe at around the 15th century. Since then I’ve become a much-loved pet in many countries, particularly Britain and the Netherlands.

What do I look like?

Ok so I’m not the tallest, but don’t the best things come in small packages? I guess I look a bit like a miniature mastiff. And yes, I have lots of wrinkles. But you humans end up with plenty of them too! I’m pretty sturdy with fairly long, straight legs. My tail is curly, some might say it’s a big like a pigs, but look at it this way – I’ll never get it trapped in a door! You’ll best remember me for my face – a bit like a teddy bear, I would say.

What do I need from you?

I’m pretty easy-going and really easy to feed and groom. My coat is short, smooth and glossy. I like being in families to please involve me in lots of stuff – though don’t ask me to do the washing-up without a big stool to stand on!

What I will give in return

I’m a bit of a character, even if I do say so myself. There’s mischief in my eyes but don’t worry, it’s just harmless play I’m after. In fact, playing is what I do best so expect some good times ahead. I’ll gladly join you on some country walks, town walks or trips to the seaside.

How big will I get?

I’d be delighted to get to one foot tall – that would be cool. But I’ll probably settle at around 10in-11in (25cm-28cm). I’m easy to lift as I weigh around 14lb-18lb (6kg-8kg).

Famous owners?

A star-studded cast of Gerard Butler, Jessica Alba and Hugh Laurie to name but three.

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Disclaimer: the views expressed on this page and any comments below are only a guide to typical traits and views on the breed. Individual circumstance and traits will always vary so we can be in no way responsible for any of the information provided.